The retreat
A high-desert home with room to breathe
One bedroom, one bath, a private studio pod and ten acres at the foot of Sierra Negra. Off-grid, simple and fully modern inside.
- Sleeps 4
- 10 acres
- Starlink wifi
- Private studio pod
- Dog-friendly
The house
Comforts that feel generous
A sitting area and full kitchen sit at the front of the house, with the bedroom and bath at the back. One queen bed and a pull-out sofa sleep up to four, and tall living room windows open straight onto the desert.
Sustainable power runs everything quietly in the background, so you get central heating and cooling, a washer and dryer and dependable Starlink internet without the noise of the world.
The studio pod
A room of your own, a few steps from the house
A separate studio pod steps away from the main home—your own quiet haven for writing, meditation, creative work, or simply breathing into the land's stillness.
Inside you will find a desk, a sofa and its own heating and cooling, so it works as well for a long writing day in January as it does for a quiet hour at dusk in July.
Amenities
Everything you need, nothing you don't
Full kitchen
Well-appointed kitchen with full-size appliances, cookware, coffee/tea setup, and generous counter space for slow mornings
Washer and dryer
Washer and dryer for longer stays and desert adventures
Walk-in shower
Walk-in shower with spa-like simplicity and warm, steady pressure
Sleeps four
Sleeps up to four comfortably: one queen bed plus a pull-out sofa
Starlink internet
Starlink high-speed internet for seamless work, streaming, or remote check-ins
Heating and cooling
Central heating and cooling to keep the space comfortable year-round
Thoughtful touches
Thoughtful touches throughout: soft linens, warm lighting, natural textures, and plenty of room to breathe
Private studio pod
Private studio pod available for writing, art, meditation, or uninterrupted creative work
Outdoor seating
Outdoor seating areas for sunrise coffee, stargazing, or letting the land settle your mind
Sustainably powered
Off-grid ease, sustainably powered, yet fully modern and comfortable
Private parking
Dedicated parking and a quiet location at the end of a rugged desert road—private, peaceful, and removed from all distraction
Gallery
Inside and out
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A look inside
Soft linens, warm light, wide windows
Take a short walk through the house: a bright living room that opens to the desert, and a quiet hallway leading back to the bedroom.
Before you book
Good to know
A few practical details so your arrival is as easy as the stay itself.
Arrival and departure
Check-in is from 4:00 PM and check-out is by 11:00 AM.
Dogs welcome
One well-behaved dog is welcome per stay.
Off-grid power
The retreat runs on solar power with a backup generator, and it is fully modern inside.
No TV, by design
There's no television here. Starlink wifi is there when you need to stay connected.
The road in
The last stretch is a rugged dirt road. A vehicle with good ground clearance makes it easy; low-slung cars are best left at home.
Finding us
GPS apps aren't reliable for the final approach. Detailed directions are sent after you book, so please follow those instead.
Questions
Frequently asked
Something else on your mind? We're happy to chat and give you the lay of the land.
Is there wifi?
Yes. Starlink high-speed internet is included, good for work, streaming or remote check-ins.
How many people can stay?
Up to four: there is one queen bed in the bedroom plus a pull-out sofa.
Can I bring my dog?
Yes, one dog is welcome per stay.
What does off-grid mean here?
The retreat runs on sustainable solar power, with a backup generator, and is fully modern inside: central heating and cooling, full-size kitchen appliances, a washer and dryer and a walk-in shower. You get the quiet of the land without giving up comfort.
How do I get there?
Raven Heart is in Abiquiu, about an hour north of Santa Fe and two hours from Albuquerque. The final stretch is a rugged desert road, so a vehicle with good ground clearance is best. Please follow the directions sent after booking rather than a GPS app.
Is it good for longer stays?
Yes. The washer and dryer, full kitchen, Starlink internet and studio pod make a few weeks feel easy. Send us a note to ask about longer dates.
Ask about a longer stayHow do I book?
Rates, availability and booking are on VRBO. If you have questions before you book, send us a note and we will get back to you.
Send us a noteWhat is there to do nearby?
Plenty: Georgia O'Keeffe's Home and Studio, Ghost Ranch, Plaza Blanca, Abiquiu Lake, Ojo Caliente's hot springs and more.
See our local guide
Come stay, breathe, reset.
Let the heart of the desert bring you home to you.